Assam: Police Open Fire on Youth Abuser in Tezpur, One Injured
Guwahati, August 23 — In a tense incident in the Gotlung area of Dolabari, Tezpur, police were compelled to open fire on a youth accused of assaulting a woman during her evening outing on August 23. The assailant, identified as Miraj Ali, sustained injuries and has been taken to the hospital for treatment.
The incident unfolded when Miraj Ali, along with an accomplice, allegedly assaulted an Assamese woman. The assault was reportedly brutal, and as the situation escalated, local police were forced to intervene.
In an effort to control the situation, police officers opened fire, and a stray bullet struck Miraj Ali. He is currently receiving medical attention at a local hospital. The second suspect involved in the assault remains at large, and a manhunt is underway to apprehend him.
Local authorities are investigating the incident, and police presence has been increased in the area to maintain order and reassure the public. The community has expressed shock and outrage over the assault, with demands for swift justice for the victim.
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